Shebbear Community School
91%
Capacity
64
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Shebbear Community School
Shebbear Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 64 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Shebbear Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Evans & Lois Gough, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6201st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 21 in Torridge.
The school has 7 places available and received 7 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shebbear Community School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Shebbear Community School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Shebbear, Beaworthy, Torridge, EX21 5SG |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Evans & Lois Gough |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 64 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 64 / 70 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6201st of 13,686
Nationally
574th of 1,469
In South West
9th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/267
7
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shebbear, Beaworthy
Torridge, EX21 5SG
Journey to School
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